Senior Mechanical Engineer

Naperville, IL 60563

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Mechanical Engineering Job Number: 49996008 Compensation: $125000-150000 / year

Job Description

Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear
Location: Remote (U.S., excluding West Coast) or Hybrid in Naperville or Atlanta
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $125,000 – $150,000
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support commercial nuclear engineering projects. This opportunity is with a leading engineering services organization supporting nuclear power plant design and modifications.

Job Duties:
  • Design and modify critical mechanical components to meet strict engineering specifications.
  • Lead technical reviews of calculations and design deliverables.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship within project teams.
  • Participate in detailed technical discussions with clients and stakeholders.
  • Support engineering analysis, documentation, and compliance activities.
  • Travel occasionally to client or project locations.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in commercial nuclear engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of engineering principles, nuclear design codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work remotely or in a hybrid schedule if located near Naperville, IL or Atlanta, GA.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,

Meet Your Recruiter

Alyssa Ford

Alyssa Ford is a dedicated Technical Recruiter, driven by her commitment to establishing meaningful connections with individuals and assisting them in navigating the complexities of career transitions.

With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and a total of 2 years in the recruiting field, Alyssa has already significantly impacted talent acquisition.

Alyssa's innate ability to connect with people and understand their unique career aspirations has been instrumental in her success as a Technical Recruiter. She finds great joy in forging professional relationships and participating in candidates' journeys as they navigate the tough decisions associated with job changes.

Having experienced the challenges of job hunting firsthand, Alyssa empathizes with candidates facing similar struggles. She encourages job seekers not to lose hope and to stay persistent throughout their search. Alyssa believes that the right role will come along at the right time, and maintaining a positive attitude and determination can make all the difference in finding the perfect fit.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

 As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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